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WELL-WORN CIVIL WAR BROGANS

WELL-WORN CIVIL WAR BROGANS

Officially known as the M1851 Jefferson Bootee, the simple but rugged “brogan” was the standard issue shoe for both US and CS forces during the Civil War. They have a medium rise upper with four… (1268-019). Learn More »

$2,250.00
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NEW MODEL 1863 SHARPS CARBINE CONVERTED TO CENTERFIRE AND ID’D TO 10TH CAVALRY “BUFFALO SOLDIERS”

NEW MODEL 1863 SHARPS CARBINE CONVERTED TO CENTERFIRE AND ID’D TO 10TH CAVALRY “BUFFALO SOLDIERS”

The most famous, single-shot, percussion firearm used during the Civil War was the Sharps carbine, a .52 caliber, breechloading firearm invented and patented by Hartford, Connecticut native Christian… (172-5981). Learn More »

IDENTIFICATION DISK OF AUGUSTUS V. TURNER, 142nd PA VOLUNTEERS, KILLED IN ACTION JULY 1, 1863, AT GETTYSBURG

IDENTIFICATION DISK OF AUGUSTUS V. TURNER, 142nd PA VOLUNTEERS, KILLED IN ACTION JULY 1, 1863, AT GETTYSBURG

The Civil War identification disk of a Pennsylvania soldier who gave the last full measure of devotion at Gettysburg: Augustus V. Turner, 142nd PA Volunteers, killed in action July 1. In style the tag… (915-20). Learn More »

WASHINGTON BUST “SECURITY” IDENTIFICATION DISK OF EMIL KEUCKLER, 14th INDIANA WITH BATTLE HONORS, WOUNDED IN ACTION AT ANTIETAM

WASHINGTON BUST “SECURITY” IDENTIFICATION DISK OF EMIL KEUCKLER, 14th INDIANA WITH BATTLE HONORS, WOUNDED IN ACTION AT ANTIETAM

This a white metal identification disk, in Maier and Stahl typology the Washington 3D, showing a portrait bust of Washington with the word “SECURITY” along the lower edge, and rated “Very… (1273-04). Learn More »

$2,250.00
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RARE SALT PRINT CDV OF JOHN PELHAM – “THE GALLANT PELHAM” - IN HIS WEST POINT UNIFORM; CHIEF OF JEB STUART’S ARTILLERY; MORTALLY WOUNDED AT KELLY’S FORD

RARE SALT PRINT CDV OF JOHN PELHAM – “THE GALLANT PELHAM” - IN HIS WEST POINT UNIFORM; CHIEF OF JEB STUART’S ARTILLERY; MORTALLY WOUNDED AT KELLY’S FORD

A rare image copied from the original ambrotype taken by Mathew Brady in 1858. Somewhat light in contrast, with scattered light soiling. No photographer’s marks.  In period ink on the reverse is,… (846-587). Learn More »

$4,950.00
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A RARE SURVIVOR: EARLY-WAR CONFEDERATE MARKED BRITISH P53 ARTILLERY CARBINE #1500 WITH A TENNESSEE PROVENANCE

A RARE SURVIVOR: EARLY-WAR CONFEDERATE MARKED BRITISH P53 ARTILLERY CARBINE #1500 WITH A TENNESSEE PROVENANCE

British artillery carbines were used by both Confederate cavalry and infantry: in October 1862 Jeb Stuart wanted to exchange rifles carried by some his troopers for “Enfield carbines (artillery) in… (846-571). Learn More »

MEXICAN WAR INSCRIBED THREE VOLUME SET OF SCOTT’S INFANTRY TACTICS: CAPTAIN E.C. WILLIAMS: 2nd PENNSYLVANIA VOLS IN THE MEXICAN WAR; BRIGADIER GENERAL AND COLONEL IN THE CIVIL WAR: “A HERO OF TWO WARS”

MEXICAN WAR INSCRIBED THREE VOLUME SET OF SCOTT’S INFANTRY TACTICS: CAPTAIN E.C. WILLIAMS: 2nd PENNSYLVANIA VOLS IN THE MEXICAN WAR; BRIGADIER GENERAL AND COLONEL IN THE CIVIL WAR: “A HERO OF TWO WARS”

This is a complete and nicely identified set of Gen. Winfield Scott’s three-volume infantry tactics in near excellent condition- somewhat appropriate since the owner was also a book-binder by… (1257-03). Learn More »

REGIMENTAL STANDARD OF MERRILL’S HORSE, 2ND MISSOURI CAVALRY

REGIMENTAL STANDARD OF MERRILL’S HORSE, 2ND MISSOURI CAVALRY

Formerly in the collections of the Texas Civil War Museum, this historic flag was carried by Merrill’s Horse, the 2nd Missouri Cavalry, raised under the authority of Gen. John C. Fremont, commanding… (1179-031). Learn More »

$22,500.00
Originally $30,000.00

ID’D COPY OF LLOYD’S MAP OF THE SOUTH – COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GA INFANTRY – WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG

ID’D COPY OF LLOYD’S MAP OF THE SOUTH – COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GA INFANTRY – WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG

John Towers lived in Anderson, SC to 1849, then was a merchant in Cass County, GA. He moved to Rome in Floyd County, GA in 1855 and had a metal casting foundry there. He enrolled for war service and… (846-560). Learn More »

EXCEPTIONAL SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF CAPT., LATER COLONEL, C. R. FONTAINE, 57th VIRGINIA, ARMISTEAD’S BRIGADE – THE ONLY SURVIVING FIELD OFFICER OF PICKETT’S CHARGE

EXCEPTIONAL SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF CAPT., LATER COLONEL, C. R. FONTAINE, 57th VIRGINIA, ARMISTEAD’S BRIGADE – THE ONLY SURVIVING FIELD OFFICER OF PICKETT’S CHARGE

This crystal clear sixth plate tintype features a waist-up view of the eventual Colonel Fontaine as a captain. He wears a double-breasted frock coat with captain's bars clearly visible on his collar.… (846-564). Learn More »

ALS, MAJOR GENERAL JAMES LONGSTREET, CSA, Addressed To MAJOR GEN. DANIEL HARVEY HILL

ALS, MAJOR GENERAL JAMES LONGSTREET, CSA, Addressed To MAJOR GEN. DANIEL HARVEY HILL

Dated “Hd Qrs June 16th 1862.” One page in ink, 5” x 8. Exhibits fold-marks. Else VG and entirely legible. This letter from one major general divisional commander to was written between between… (1179-1398). Learn More »

FOLDING MAP OF VIRGINIA – ID’D TO COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GEORGIA INFANTRY – WIA GETTYSBURG

FOLDING MAP OF VIRGINIA – ID’D TO COLONEL JOHN TOWERS, 8th GEORGIA INFANTRY – WIA GETTYSBURG

This map was part of the wartime collection of John Towers, Colonel of the 8th Georgia Infantry and comes to us in a good condition given its age and use.  This high-quality map is a Lloyd’s… (846-561). Learn More »

1863 PATTERN US CAVALRY GUIDON FROM THE 1st CONNECTICUT CAVALRY

1863 PATTERN US CAVALRY GUIDON FROM THE 1st CONNECTICUT CAVALRY

This cavalry guidon was formerly in the personal collection of Jim Stamatelos, well known Civil War collector, dealer, and major contributor of items illustrated in the Time-Life volume “Echoes of… (433-14). Learn More »

ALS, GENERAL THOMAS J. JACKSON, DIRECTED TO GENERAL JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON—1862 SHENANDOAH VALLEY CAMPAIGN

ALS, GENERAL THOMAS J. JACKSON, DIRECTED TO GENERAL JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON—1862 SHENANDOAH VALLEY CAMPAIGN

Dated “Hd qrs Valley District / April 1 1862.” Mounted (loosely) on felt burgundy mat, within black riker box, w/white foam, 6.25” x 8.25. One page in brown ink, 7” x 4.75. Exhibits light… (1179-1397). Learn More »

$13,500.00
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1847 CONGRESSIONAL RESOLUTIONS OF THANKS TO GEN. ZACHARY TAYLOR AND HIS OFFICERS AND MEN FOR MONTERREY, PERSONALLY DISPATCHED BY PRESIDENT POLK

1847 CONGRESSIONAL RESOLUTIONS OF THANKS TO GEN. ZACHARY TAYLOR AND HIS OFFICERS AND MEN FOR MONTERREY, PERSONALLY DISPATCHED BY PRESIDENT POLK

Zachary Taylor received the formal thanks of Congress three times, along with gold medals, for victories in the Mexican War, the largest number of such resolutions and awards made by Congress to… (766-938). Learn More »

$6,000.00
Originally $8,000.00

KILLED AT GETTYSBURG! ¼ PLATE AMBROTYPE OF HENRY KING BURGWYN, JR, “THE BOY COLONEL”

KILLED AT GETTYSBURG! ¼ PLATE AMBROTYPE OF HENRY KING BURGWYN, JR, “THE BOY COLONEL”

This is an outstanding cased image of a well-known casualty of the Battle of Gettysburg, featuring Burgwyn, Jr. in his Virginia Military Institute cadet uniform. He was just 21 years old and the… (846-569). Learn More »

FANTASTIC CONFEDERATE MADE CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SOUTH CAROLINA BREAST PLATE

FANTASTIC CONFEDERATE MADE CARTRIDGE BOX WITH SOUTH CAROLINA BREAST PLATE

This classic Confederate manufactured cartridge box with its over-the-shoulder strap is a 10 out of 10 for condition and completeness! The box when discovered, decades ago had its rare South Carolina… (88-223). Learn More »

WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG!  1/6 PLATE AMBROTYPE OF PVT. AURELIUS JAMES DULA, 22ND NORTH CAROLINA

WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG! 1/6 PLATE AMBROTYPE OF PVT. AURELIUS JAMES DULA, 22ND NORTH CAROLINA

Sixth plate hand-gilt ambrotype. Leatherette case. Anonymous artist. North Carolina. Private Aurelius James “A.J.” Dula (1843 - 1913), a member of Company A (the "Caldwell Rough and Ready… (846-577). Learn More »

WONDERFUL CONDITION ORIGINAL CONFEDERATE-MANUFACTURED KEPI FOR A DRUMMER BOY OR CHILD

WONDERFUL CONDITION ORIGINAL CONFEDERATE-MANUFACTURED KEPI FOR A DRUMMER BOY OR CHILD

This article of uniform clothing is an original, Civil War example of headgear manufactured in the Confederacy and presented here in wonderful, original intact condition. The period artifact is a… (526-68). Learn More »

$4,750.00
Originally $6,500.00

13-STAR CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL FLAG WITH GETTYSBURG HISTORY - “GRIMES COUNTY GREYS,” CO. G, 4th TEXAS INFANTRY, HOOD’S TEXAS BRIGADE

13-STAR CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL FLAG WITH GETTYSBURG HISTORY - “GRIMES COUNTY GREYS,” CO. G, 4th TEXAS INFANTRY, HOOD’S TEXAS BRIGADE

The flag is in very good condition, with strong colors and just a few scattered small holes that do not detract. It has been archivally conserved, mounted and framed by Textile Preservation Associates… (1179-1393). Learn More »


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